I have been quite interested in expositions of false teachers for quite some time now. This is mainly because I want to become more aware of what we true believers are up against, and to be prepared to contend for our faith, and the Truth that our Holy LORD speaks and reveals to us in HIS Word through HIS Holy Spirit.
I didn't know much about this Joseph Prince preacher, only that he is a Word of Faith advocate, who followed the teachings of Kenneth Hagin. When I watched this video, I discovered that this man is DANGEROUS. I encourage those who haven't watched the video fully to take the time to finish viewing and listening in. What I like about videos by Brian Moonan is that he not only highlights the heretical teachings of the false teachers he studied, but he EMPHASIZES the Holy Scripture in response to the false claims of said false teacher. In effect, he is encouraging brethren to be more steadfast and diligent in examining GOD's Word, and to test everything we hear, if they agree with what is taught to us in the Holy Bible.
It is disconcerting how some agree that the Holy Spirit doesn't convict a believer of sin, just as what this Joseph Prince is preaching. Why would any true believer say that??? This is HUGE mistake. A VERY DANGEROUS LIE to believe. Because one would brush aside the convictions of the Holy Spirit as negative internal feelings or thoughts that are ungodly, when they should be regarded with honesty and humility when evaluating one's spiritual walk with GOD.
Those who believe this false claim would ask for book, chapter and verse where that truth is stated. Well, let me ask these questions to the naysayers: do you believe that GOD the Father, our LORD Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit are in perfect agreement? Or do you think they teach different things that are contrary to each other?
Here are other important questions to answer: how was the written Word of GOD created? Was it man's wisdom, or was it "inspired" of GOD? Did HIS Holy Spirit move in these brethren who wrote them down, or was the Holy Spirit out of the picture?
I believe, truly, that the Holy Spirit convicts us of sin. If not, then what does? Is our conscience sufficient to direct us into righteous and holy living? If so, then why should we desire for GOD's gifts of discernment and wisdom if we are fully equipped, and our own personal and internal convictions are enough? It is through HIS Holy Spirit that our GOD teaches us all things, and imprints into our memory and our hearts HIS Holy teachings. And GOD the Father, GOD the Son, and the Holy Spirit are One and in perfect agreement in what they teach and purpose for what HIS children should hear, believe, and follow. HIS Holy Scripture says it clearly.
John 14:22-26 King James Version (KJV)
22 Judas saith unto him, not Iscariot, Lord, how is it that thou wilt manifest thyself unto us, and not unto the world?
23 Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him.
24 He that loveth me not keepeth not my sayings: and the word which ye hear is not mine, but the Father's which sent me.
25 These things have I spoken unto you, being yet present with you.
26 But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
The Holy Bible carries the important admonition to True Christians to live righteous and holy lives, well pleasing and honoring before our GOD, as an act of love and worship to HIM who has paid the ultimate price for us sinners, so that we would be cleansed of sin, freed from its curse and its power, and be restored to HIM for all eternity. It is SO important for us who call Jesus Christ as our LORD and Saviour to abide in HIM and HIS Holy Word, that teaches us the ways of GODly wisdom, discernment, faith, righteousness and holiness, and so we would bear HIS Spiritual fruits, to honorable witnesses of HIS awesome work in our lives, and living testaments to HIS grace, power, holiness, and love. HIS Word speaks heavily against sin, and how we should flee from it. In no way, shape nor form does GOD ever condone sin of any kind. Even our LORD Jesus convicted sin, and gave the command to "sin no more."
So, if this is the case, why would anyone believe that the Holy Spirit, who is ONE with GOD the Father and GOD the Son, would do otherwise??? The Bible is inspired of GOD, or GOD-breathed. GOD's Holy Word was written by our blessed brethren as they were moved by HIS Holy Spirit. So therefore, if the written Word of GOD convicts people's sin, it being made with the action of the Holy Spirit, it is only right to believe that the Holy Spirit does the same.
2 Timothy 3:16 King James Version (KJV)
16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
2 Peter 1:20-21 King James Version (KJV)
20 Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation.
21 For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.
A mistake we (me included) might make sometimes is we forget that the Holy Spirit is a living being. Our Holy GOD's personal connection to us. HE is not a mere whisper in the wind, or a stamp of approval on our soul. HE is ALIVE. Our Comforter. Our Teacher. Our Sanctifier. HE reacts to what we do. If we abide and delight in HIM, we are drawn closer to HIM and experience peace, fulfillment, spiritual healing and restoration, and the sweetness of HIS presence.
Psalm 23:1-3 King James Version (KJV)
1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Psalm 16:11
Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.
If we do acts of sin and rebellion, we grieve HIM. And HE doesn't encourage nor condone our sinful actions. HE fights against it!!! Our GOD is HOLY. Sin is enmity to GOD and unacceptable to HIM, as well as to HIS Holy Spirit, which is one with HIM, along with the Living Word, our LORD Jesus Christ!!!
Isaiah 63:10
But they rebelled, and vexed his holy Spirit: therefore he was turned to be their enemy, and he fought against them.
Ephesians 4:30
And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption.
Our Almighty and Evergracious and Longsufferingly Merciful and Loving GOD and KING desires us to be like HIM: perfect, blameless, righteous and holy. Walking as HIS children of light. In order for us to become as HE is, HE needs to work in us. HE needs to sanctify us. HIS Holy Word is our instruction guide/love letter, to encourage and guide, remind and comfort, strengthen and teach us in HIS Holy ways. Our Warrior GOD and KING, LORD Jesus Christ, prays for us continually and takes HIS place as the head of HIS Church. And GOD's Holy Spirit is HIS Seal of Salvation, HIS Mark and Manifestation of HIS power and presence in our lives, as we walk this earth, confident in what HE bares witness before our own spirit, that we are truly HIS own. HE is here, and not just near. HE is in our hearts, that HE has made HIS very throne. But HE doesn't sit idly by, just letting us do what we will. HE is here to teach us HIS ways, and to correct and reprove us, should we go against HIS righteous ways. HE convicts us of our sins, and gives us that dire need to confess our sin before GOD and repent of it all, so that our fellowship with our Beloved GOD will not suffer, and so we would not be stalled in our walk of righteousness, but instead, grow deeper in love and knowledge of HIM, and continue on in full hope and confidence in HIM and all that HE has promised for us true believers. To become victorious, and to be like our LORD Jesus Christ. And someday, to finally be with HIM at last, for all eternity.
Let us be careful of what we hear and believe. It doesn't matter if this Joseph Prince spoke some biblical truths in his sermons. The fact that he inserts dangerous lies in between those truths should be cause for concern. He is deceiving others by preaching that the Holy Spirit doesn't convict believers of sin. It is not a small matter. This very act is blasphemy to the Holy Spirit, for he is saying something that the Holy Spirit doesn't do. It is an unforgivable act, that he will pay dearly for. Please do not partake in his folly. Prove everything he and other preacher' words against GOD's Holy Word. The Holy Bible should be our final and absolute authority in revealing HIS Truths, no one and nothing else!!!
Matthew 12:31
Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men.
2 Timothy 2:15
Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Thank you for those who took the time to read my wall. I know it's pretty long, but I just couldn't help but share what HIS Holy Spirit has taught me and urges me to write. I truly hope and pray that it will serve as a blessing, even if just a small one.
Praying for everyone here. GOD bless us all!!!